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HOUSE TRAINING IDEAS THAT MAY BACKFIRE!

December 25, 2022 jrobbins3 BEHAVIOR, HOUSETRAINING, INFORMATIVE-, pet parent, puppy training, Training Blog, TRAINING-, walking

I thought it would be interesting to share some of the dog training methods used by pet parents on the advice of the internet, dog seller/breeder, and well-meaning dog lover, that may work for a short time but most likely[…]

LITTLE DOGS BIG ISSUES – WHICH ONE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

December 25, 2022 jrobbins3 ADOPTION & RESCUE, BEHAVIOR, COLLARS, FOOD, HEALTH, HOUSETRAINING, INFORMATIVE-, LEASHES, pet parent, RESCUE, SAFETY, SENIORS, SOCIALIZING, TOYS & CHEWS, Training Blog, TRAINING-, walking

When people think of little dogs, they think of cute, baby, sweet, innocent, and less work. Little dogs can have big issues; so I want to talk about some of those issues and clear the air about “little dogs are[…]

HAPPY, HEALTHY and SAFE HOLIDAY SEASON

December 22, 2022 jrobbins3 BEHAVIOR, ETC, HEALTH, INFORMATIVE-, puppy training, SAFETY

Your dog is not a Christmas tree! I can’t believe I feel the need to say that. However, through personal experience and searching the internet, I have seen dogs completely wrapped in holiday paper with instructions available on how to[…]

DOGS ARE NOT KIDS IN FURRY SUITS

December 21, 2022 jrobbins3 ADOPTION & RESCUE, BEHAVIOR, ETC, INFORMATIVE-, pet parent, puppy training, RESCUE, SAFETY, SOCIALIZING, TRAINING-

What is the meaning of “Dog Propensity”? Propensity is the tendency to behave in a certain way. In other words, the tendency to do the thing we do. “Dangerous Propensity” is the tendency of a dog to bite without provocation.[…]

DOGGIE HYGIENE – FOR THE HEALTH AND LOVE OF YOUR DOG

December 18, 2022 jrobbins3 ETC, HEALTH, HYGIENE, INFORMATIVE-, puppy training, SAFETY, SOCIALIZING

Grooming is a practice that should begin as soon as a puppy/dog is brought into your home. It is very important to get your dog used to being touched around his/her face, mouth, paws, tail, ears, and belly. Remember that[…]

PLANNED PET PARENTHOOD – A MUST READ

December 10, 2022 jrobbins3 adoption, ADOPTION & RESCUE, ETC, HEALTH, HOUSETRAINING, HYGIENE, INFORMATIVE-, pet parent, puppy training, RESCUE, SOCIALIZING, TRAINING-

Just as most couples prefer to “plan ahead,” for their anticipated parenthood; it is best to plan ahead before your take on the responsibility of a Puppy/Older Dog/Rescued Dog. No matter what age, origin, breed, sex, size, color, training or[…]

CONVERSATIONAL DOG TRAINING 101 – WHO ARE YOU TALKING TO?

December 6, 2022 jrobbins3 BEHAVIOR, ETC, INFORMATIVE-, LEASHES, puppy training

Conversational Dog Training 101. If you’re wondering what that means, it’s the title I gave to the “one-sided” lengthy conversations pet parents say to their dogs in an attempt to achieve better behavior. Of course, a conversation requires two participants.???[…]

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December 6, 2022 jrobbins3 ETC

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EXPECTING A BABY? HOW WILL YOUR DOG FEEL ABOUT THAT?

December 3, 2022 jrobbins3 BEHAVIOR, ETC, HEALTH, INFORMATIVE-, puppy training, SAFETY, SOCIALIZING, Training Blog, TRAINING-

Are you expecting a new baby and do you have a dog? If you are, I know you must have given a lot of thought to how to handle the dog when that joyous event takes place. Here’s some help[…]

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